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Slytherin Fox · 09-26-2009, 06:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Deniiz

Evan felt the urge to make it clear that he did not like this class. The professor may seem good, but he had issues with the subject. But he needed to hold himself, because he was going to get points. Totally.

His face fell when the professor said the points would be rewarded as a teamwork. Whatever, he would still be able to get them from this class. He knew who was his team, Lyra and Rayedem. He quickly raised his hand to answer. "Some arts only teach defense, and they really work. They usually focus on disarming and not hurting, so I think these ones are much better than the ones which aim to hurt. And as Muggles can't use magic, they usually go on physical touch, and the defenses without touch use weapons, which is very bad." He talked quickly and hoped he explained his view well.

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Originally Posted by fire_faerie

Rachel had slipped in unnoticed just before the lesson had started and was therefore prepared for Professor Dumont's first question.

"Professor," she began, raising her hand, "I think that knowing martial arts, in its simplest form, is sufficient for self defense when you're up against someone who doesn't have weapons and who is not too skilled in combat himself. Once you are facing someone with knowledge, power and weapons - the techniques become entirely different, in my opinion," she said, nodding.
"Weapons, high skills in martial arts and good legs for running away are amongst the few that are necessary," Rachel added with a small smile, knowing fully well that if she were faced with danger and no wand she'd run as fast as she could in the other direction.

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Originally Posted by Hollister

Martial arts ....?

Sylvia didn't attend Hogwarts when they did this lesson! ARRRGH.
She would have to ask questions. "Sir, is martial arts the kicking, and the chopping?" She raised her hand and then gestured a few chopping actions.

"That's self defense right? But not EVERY muggle knows it? Isn't it like really difficult to learn?" Sylvia thought for a moment, and raised her hand again. "I was always told, if someone hits you, you gotta hit back. To show 'em you're not afraid of them."

Very sophisticated Sylvia.

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Originally Posted by Zoerawrr

Having already lost focus in the class, Jake blinked to clear his head and gazed stupidly up at Dumont for a moment before answering the question he knew... or hoped, had been asked. That is, of course, after he smiled at his older sister in greeting.

"Sir," Jake started, hand raised. "I don't think we can truly say which ways are better. I mean, in my opinion, there are loads of good self defence methods... it just depends how you use them, when, if you can use them, and all that."

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Originally Posted by stubbyone

"I don't think Martial Arts are that great for self defense professor," Sara said as she raised her hand. "Self Defenses teaches you, first, to stay away from danger... but if danger is there, you have to have the knowledge and stregnth to defend yourself..don't you?"

"All of you have brought up some excellent points," Antonio said. "Evan, you answered that question quickly and you are correct. Disarming should definitely be your first focus in an attack. That's your primary method of concern. I am going to award 4 points to Slytherin for an excellent answer, and 2 points to Ravenclaw and Hufflepuff for good answers, as well."

Antonio looked around the room. He was surprised that the Gryffindors didn't seem to be on the ball. He was Head of Gryffindor House, and was a bit disappointed with their performance so far. He silently willed the Gryffindor students to be more responsive, knowing his efforts were probably futile. He could only do so much for them and had to be fair about his awarding of points.

Antonio continued. "Now, you will notice that the textbook defines some examples of when self defense should be used.

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A defense to certain criminal charges involving force (e.g. murder).

Use of force is justified when a person reasonably believes that it is necessary for the defense of oneself or another against the immediate use of unlawful force. However, a person must use no more force than appears reasonably necessary in the circumstances.

Force likely to cause death or great bodily harm is justified in self-defense only if a person reasonably believes that such force is necessary to prevent death or great bodily harm.

"

He paused and looked around. "Do you all understand this? What do you think is the main point here?"

09-26-2009, 06:15 PM	#59 (permalink)
Slytherin Fox Swedish Short-Snout Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: In Your Dreams Posts: 31,312 Hogwarts RPG Name: Alex Black First Year	SS Featured Writer Lovely Lady Quote: Originally Posted by Deniiz Evan felt the urge to make it clear that he did not like this class. The professor may seem good, but he had issues with the subject. But he needed to hold himself, because he was going to get points. Totally. His face fell when the professor said the points would be rewarded as a teamwork. Whatever, he would still be able to get them from this class. He knew who was his team, Lyra and Rayedem. He quickly raised his hand to answer. "Some arts only teach defense, and they really work. They usually focus on disarming and not hurting, so I think these ones are much better than the ones which aim to hurt. And as Muggles can't use magic, they usually go on physical touch, and the defenses without touch use weapons, which is very bad." He talked quickly and hoped he explained his view well. Quote: Originally Posted by fire_faerie Rachel had slipped in unnoticed just before the lesson had started and was therefore prepared for Professor Dumont's first question. "Professor," she began, raising her hand, "I think that knowing martial arts, in its simplest form, is sufficient for self defense when you're up against someone who doesn't have weapons and who is not too skilled in combat himself. Once you are facing someone with knowledge, power and weapons - the techniques become entirely different, in my opinion," she said, nodding. "Weapons, high skills in martial arts and good legs for running away are amongst the few that are necessary," Rachel added with a small smile, knowing fully well that if she were faced with danger and no wand she'd run as fast as she could in the other direction. Quote: Originally Posted by Hollister Martial arts ....? Sylvia didn't attend Hogwarts when they did this lesson! ARRRGH. She would have to ask questions. "Sir, is martial arts the kicking, and the chopping?" She raised her hand and then gestured a few chopping actions. "That's self defense right? But not EVERY muggle knows it? Isn't it like really difficult to learn?" Sylvia thought for a moment, and raised her hand again. "I was always told, if someone hits you, you gotta hit back. To show 'em you're not afraid of them." Very sophisticated Sylvia. Quote: Originally Posted by Zoerawrr Having already lost focus in the class, Jake blinked to clear his head and gazed stupidly up at Dumont for a moment before answering the question he knew... or hoped, had been asked. That is, of course, after he smiled at his older sister in greeting. "Sir," Jake started, hand raised. "I don't think we can truly say which ways are better. I mean, in my opinion, there are loads of good self defence methods... it just depends how you use them, when, if you can use them, and all that." Quote: Originally Posted by stubbyone "I don't think Martial Arts are that great for self defense professor," Sara said as she raised her hand. "Self Defenses teaches you, first, to stay away from danger... but if danger is there, you have to have the knowledge and stregnth to defend yourself..don't you?" "All of you have brought up some excellent points," Antonio said. "Evan, you answered that question quickly and you are correct. Disarming should definitely be your first focus in an attack. That's your primary method of concern. I am going to award 4 points to Slytherin for an excellent answer, and 2 points to Ravenclaw and Hufflepuff for good answers, as well." Antonio looked around the room. He was surprised that the Gryffindors didn't seem to be on the ball. He was Head of Gryffindor House, and was a bit disappointed with their performance so far. He silently willed the Gryffindor students to be more responsive, knowing his efforts were probably futile. He could only do so much for them and had to be fair about his awarding of points. Antonio continued. "Now, you will notice that the textbook defines some examples of when self defense should be used. Quote: A defense to certain criminal charges involving force (e.g. murder). Use of force is justified when a person reasonably believes that it is necessary for the defense of oneself or another against the immediate use of unlawful force. However, a person must use no more force than appears reasonably necessary in the circumstances. Force likely to cause death or great bodily harm is justified in self-defense only if a person reasonably believes that such force is necessary to prevent death or great bodily harm. " He paused and looked around. "Do you all understand this? What do you think is the main point here?"